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Book1 Unit 2 Integrated skills
Giving advice on parent-child relationships
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Daughter
7p.m.
Father
Son
Mother
What is the problem between Rebecca and his mother?
Rebecca
Mum
Ifyou were Rebecca,who would you turn to for help?
Teachers
Back
to schodl
psychologist isar koladsist
Friends
a radio host
Internet
Task 1 Listen to the tape and fill in the blanks.
Dear Rebecca.
I understand your feelings.From your email,it sounds like you put a lot of effort into
1.talk to
your schoolwork.If your mother doesn't value that,of course you're going to be
unhappy!
2.your feelings
But remember:every parent has high hopes for their children.Your mother wants you
to be successful but she probably fails to see how you struggle.Try following these
pieces of advice and see if they help improve your relationship.
3.a good time
First,1.(
your mother.Make sure she understands 2.(
Choose 3.
and start the conversation politely.You can begin with
4.meet in the middle
something like,"I know that you expect me to do well at school,but I'm struggling
sometimes.Can we please talk?"You should also try to 4.
)when
talking to your mother.Of course,school matters,but relaxation is good for you too.
Tell your mother about 5.
and ask for more free time to spend on
5.your interests
them.For example,if you like listening to music.explain why you enjoy it and how it
helps you.Why don't you make a deal that you are both satisfied with?
Second,6.
)in your mother's shoes and try to understand what she
6.put yourslef
does.I know it isn't easy,but you must be patient.When your mother doesn't let you
7.(
)think about the reason why she does so.When I was your age,
I thought senior high school was tiring too.I couldn't understand why my parents
were so strict with me.However,when I grew up,I realized that they just wanted me
7.go out with your friends
to have the best possible future.After that,I became so much closer to my mum and
dad.
Everything will turn out all right,I promise.
Yours
Dear